Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell signs a $8.3 billion budget for 2025-2026, prioritizing public safety, housing, and economic recovery, while Councilmember Strauss acknowledges record investments despite a significant deficit.

The Seattle City Council's 2025-2026 budget supports an equitable economy, focusing on innovation, inclusion, and bridging the racial wealth gap with a $31 million annual allocation to the OED.

The City of Tacoma is looking for volunteers to join its Commission on Immigrant and Refugee Affairs, aiming to enhance community engagement and support for these groups.

Puget Sound Energy is working to restore power for customers after a bomb cyclone in Washington, with extended outages due to further grid damage discovered by crews.

The Pierce County Canvassing Board in Tacoma is scheduled to review and certify the November 5 General Election ballots on November 25 and 26 at the Pierce County Election Center, with public attendance welcome.

Pierce County announces its 2025 Art Grant program for local nonprofits, aiming to boost arts in underserved areas, with funds ranging from $500 to $5,000. Applications close January 21, 2025.

Tacoma is observing Thanksgiving on Nov 28-29, closing city offices and altering services like waste collection and library operations. Parking enforcement will also be paused.

The Seattle City Council has approved the 2025-2026 budget focusing on public safety, housing, and human services with historic investments and no layoffs.

Snohomish County recognized 42 CASA volunteers with the President's Volunteer Service Award in 2023 for their work advocating for abused or neglected children.

Daniel McCoy works at Seattle Human Services as a Care Coordinator, assisting the elderly and disabled in King County, adapting to increasing mental health needs.

The Tacoma City Council approved the Home in Tacoma zoning and standards package to increase housing affordability and sustainability, including new Urban Residential zones for diverse housing types.

Seattle Public Utilities commits to continuing glass recycling after a local bottle maker closes, seeking new markets and urging residents to keep recycling practices.

The Seattle City Council's Select Budget Committee approves the 2025-2026 budget proposal, focusing on affordable housing and public safety, moving it to the final vote.